For students planning MBBS admission in 2026 under the NRI quota, choosing the right state is extremely important. Among all options in India, Punjab stands out as a high-priority state for NRI MBBS admissions due to its reputed institutions, structured counselling process, and strong academic environment.
As part of our state-wise MBBS 2026 guidance series, this blog explains Punjab MBBS NRI quota in detail — including government and private medical colleges, seat availability, fee structure, and eligibility priorities.
🏥 Government Medical Colleges in Punjab – NRI Quota (MBBS 2026)
Punjab has 4 Government Medical Colleges that offer NRI quota seats.
| Government Medical College | Year Established | NRI Seats |
|---|---|---|
| GMC Amritsar | 1943 | 13 |
| GMC Patiala | 1953 | 13 |
| GGS Medical College, Faridkot | 1973 | 38 |
| Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Medical College, Mohali | 2021 | 15 |
🔹 Key Observations
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NRI seats in GGS Faridkot have increased significantly from 2025 onward
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Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Medical College, Mohali, despite being new, is highly preferred due to its prime location
➡️ Total NRI Seats in Government Medical Colleges: 79
💰 NRI Fee (Government Medical Colleges)
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USD 110,000 for the complete MBBS course
🏥 Private Medical Colleges in Punjab – NRI Quota (MBBS 2026)
Punjab also has several well-established private medical colleges that are highly popular among NRI students from different countries.
| Private Medical College | Year | NRI Seats |
|---|---|---|
| CMC Ludhiana | 1953 | 15 |
| DMC Ludhiana | 1963 | 23 |
| Sri Guru Ram Das Institute, Amritsar | 1997 | 11 |
| Adesh Medical College, Bathinda | 2006 | 12 |
| PIMS Jalandhar | 2011 | 22 |
| Gian Sagar Medical College, Patiala | 2020 | 23 |
| RMT Medical College, Mandi Gobindgarh | 2024 | 8 |
➡️ Total NRI Seats in Private Medical Colleges: 124
📊 Total NRI Seats in Punjab (MBBS 2026)
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Government Medical Colleges: 79 seats
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Private Medical Colleges: 124 seats
✅ Grand Total: 203 NRI MBBS seats in Punjab
🎯 NRI Seat Allocation Priority in Punjab
Punjab follows a two-level priority system for NRI admissions:
1️⃣ Priority 1
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Punjab domicile students who are NRIs
2️⃣ Priority 2
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NRI students whose parents are NRIs
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Non-Punjab domicile allowed only in Priority 2
⚠️ Important Rule
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NRI sponsors are NOT allowed
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Only student or parents must be NRI
💰 NRI Fee Structure – Private Medical Colleges
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Fees are generally USD-based across most private medical colleges
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Exception:
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Adesh Medical College, Bathinda
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Fee: USD 122,500 for the entire MBBS course
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🤝 Why Expert NRI Counselling Matters
NRI MBBS counselling is highly complex:
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Strict documentation rules
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Priority-based allocation
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Frequent rejections if process is not followed correctly
My Career My Future (MCMF) has:
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12+ years of experience in NRI MBBS counselling
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Successfully placed NRI students in government and private colleges across Punjab
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Students from multiple countries currently studying through MCMF guidance
To date, our NRI cases have not faced rejection due to process errors.
🎥 Watch Full Video Explanation (Embed Section)
For a complete explanation with real counselling insights, college atmosphere, and NRI strategy for MBBS 2026 in Punjab, watch the full video below:
📞 Need Personalized NRI Counselling?
If you are planning MBBS 2026 under NRI quota in Punjab and want:
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Correct college selection
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Proper documentation handling
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End-to-end counselling support
📲 Contact My Career My Future (MCMF) through the numbers displayed below.
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🔔 Stay Updated for MBBS 2026
In upcoming blogs and videos, we will cover:
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NRI quota details for other states
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Cutoff trends
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Admission timelines
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Common mistakes NRI parents make
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